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Seymour Tech - Google Drive and Google Docs Google Drive is a safe place for all your files and puts them within reach from any smartphone, tablet, or computer. Files in Drive – like your videos, photos, and documents – are organized in folders and backed up safely so you can’t lose them. Once there, you can easily invite others to view, edit, or leave comments on any of your files or folders. We will do lots of practice exercises. Google Docs is the online app compatible with Microsoft Word, used for creating, updating, downloading and sharing documents. Required: You need a Google account to take this class. If you have a Gmail address, you automatically have a Google account. Click here to get a Gmail account for use in this class - or to enable your non-Gmail address to own a Google account.
Date: 1 Session - Friday, April 2 Time: 1 - 3 PM
Register: Click here to ENROLL in this class. To see all of the Seymour Tech classes, click here. Instructor: Mike Gilliom
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Dementia - Let's Talk About ItJoin OCDoA’s dementia care specialists for a conversation around topics related to dementia education, living with cognitive change, and being a dementia caregiver. We will provide 15-30 minutes of education at the start of the hour, and the remaining time will be spent in conversation, Q&A, and resource-sharing around the day’s topic. Grab your preferred morning beverage and join us!
Topic: Fronto-Temporal Dementia
Date: Tuesday, April 6
Time: 10:15 - 11:15 am
Join: Contact Marie Dagger at 919-245-4279 or mdagger@orangecountync.gov. Link will be emailed ahead of class.
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YOGA JOY WITH ALISONYoga has been medically proven to offer health benefits such as stress reduction, improvements in physical mobility, and management of chronic conditions by researchers at the National Institute of Health. Join us for a low-impact and engaging yoga session with instructor Alison Smith! Participants will learn creative and low-impact chair yoga exercises in the comforts of their home. Hosted by Project EngAGE Mental Wellness Senior Resource Team.
Fee: FREE
Register: Contact Shenae McPherson (919-245-4243) by Monday, April 5th
Date: Tuesday, April 6
Time: 4:00 – 5:00pm
Program Code: 322300-01
Join: Phone#/Link will be provided after registration.
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POETIC MOMENT WITH REGINA GALEIn honor of National Poetry Month join us for a celebration of literary work that is filled with intense feelings, expressions, and ideas. Regina Gale, a Coach, Poet, and Singer-Songwriter will read some of her favorite poems with you and spark conversation.
Instructor: Regina Gale
Register by: Wednesday, March 31 at 919-968-2070.
Fee: FREE
Date: Wednesday, April 7
Time: 3 pm
Program Code: 313080-03
Phone#/Link: Provided after registration
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VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE JAMES K. POLK STATE HISTORIC SITETune in live on Zoom as docents share their knowledge and take your questions about the story of how a “backcountry boy from Mecklenburg County” became the 11th President of the United States.
Register by: Wednesday, March 31 at 919-968-2070.
Leader: Staff from President Polk’s State Historic Site
Fee: FREE
Date: Wednesday, April 7
Time: 3 pm
Program Code: 323113-01
Join: Phone#/Link provided at registration.
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NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF ART - GOLDEN MUMMIES OF EGYPTLive virtual tour of special exhibit on display at the museum through July 2021. Enjoy interactive art appreciation from home with a NCMA docent who will guide our discussion of select pieces from this fascinating exhibit. Max: 20.
Leader: Docent from NC Museum of Art
Register by: Thursday, April 1 at 919-968-2070
Fee: FREE
Date: Thursday, April 8
Time: 2 pm
Program Code: 323112-01
Join: Phone#/Link will be provided after registration
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JANE AUSTEN AND PHILOSOPHYWe will discuss philosophical questions and concepts in "Pride and Prejudice," "Sense and Sensibility" and "Persuasion." Topics will include the types of injustice suffered by women, moral luck, Aristotle on the virtues, and persuasion versus influence. This is an interactive discussion class, not a lecture series. Come join the conversation!
Instructor: Sarah Rosenson
Register by: Friday, April 2 at 919-968-2087
Fee: $60 for 5 classes
Dates: Fridays, April 9, 16, 23, 30, and May 7
Time: 10am – 11 am
Program Code: 3241404-01
Join: Phone #/Link provided after registration.
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ETHICS AND SPORTSCalling all sports fans! Is it ethical to be a football fan, knowing what we now know about the effects of repeated head trauma? Should players who used steroids get into the hall of fame? Should athletes speak out on social issues, or not? Come join the discussion!
Instructor: Sarah Rosenson
Register by: Fri, Apr 2 at 919-968-2070
Fee: $60 for 5 classes
Dates: Fridays, April 9, 16, 23, 30, and May 7
Time: 3pm – 4pm
Program Code: 324105-01
Join: Phone #/Link provided after registration.
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Virtual Tour of the North Carolina State CapitolGet a 360-degree view of this National Historic Landmark. Learn about notable figures in North Carolina’s past, history of the Capitol, art & architecture of the building.
Ask questions throughout the tour. You need online access with audio & video capacity to fully enjoy & participate in this virtual experience.
Register by: April 13 by calling 919-968-2070.
Fee: FREE
DATE: Tuesday, April 20
TIME: 2:30-3:30PM
Activity Code: 343086-01
Join: The Zoom link will be provided one week prior to the tour.
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While COVID-19 Restrictions are Easing, Mask Mandate and Other Safety Protocols Remain in EffectGovernor Roy Cooper announced lifting some restrictions put in place due to the coronavirus pandemic, with Executive Order 204, which will take effect Friday, March 26 at 5pm and is set to expire on April 30th.
What will be staying the same?
The statewide mask mandate remains in effect, and masks are still required in both outdoor and indoor settings. Social distancing is still required even as restrictions for capacity are lifted.
What will be changing? - Low Risk Settings
Can open up to full capacity This includes childcare, camps, outdoor playgrounds, museums, retail and personal care businesses.
- Medium Risk Settings
Can open up to 75% capacity indoors This includes restaurants, breweries, wineries, gyms, pools and amusement parks.
- Higher Risk Settings
Can open up to 50% capacity This includes arenas, conference and reception spaces, movie theaters, gaming and bars.
The decision is based on North Carolina’s COVID-19 key metrics, including a reduction in cases, percent of positive tests, hospitalizations, and number of people visiting the emergency room for COVID-19 symptoms. As vaccine production and distribution is increasing, many North Carolinians are being vaccinated which is contributing to the positive trend in data as well.
For up-to-date information on COVID-19 cases in Orange County, visit the Orange County's COVID-19 webpage or reach out for further information: Newsletter: Sign up for the COVID-19 newsletter from the Orange County Health Department. Text: To receive daily text updates, text ocnchealth to 888-777. Hotline: Questions about COVID-19? Call (919) 245-6111 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Spanish language and other languages available. Email: Email your questions to covid19@orangecountync.gov.
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Low Income Energy AssistanceThe Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a federally funded program that provides for a one-time vender payment to help eligible households pay their heating bills.
Households are eligible to sign up for assistance from January 1 – March 31 or until funds are exhausted. See flyer for more information.
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Free Income Tax Preparation ServicesThe Orange County Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) Program offers income tax return preparation services at no charge to those with low and moderate incomes. Due to the pandemic, we are encouraging everyone to take advantage of our new and improved Virtual VITA service or our new Do-It-Yourself VITA approach. Get the details at our website www.orangecounync.gov/ocncvita or by phone at 919-245-4242.
If you can’t participate in these programs, please call us at 919-245-4242 and leave your name and contact information. We will call you back to discuss options for providing assistance with limited in-person contact.
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Where’s My Tax Refund?If your return was electronically filed and you provided bank account information for a direct deposit, you should receive your refund within 21 days. You can check on the status of your refund at www.irs.gov/refunds or by downloading the IRS2Go app.
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Looking for the Third Stimulus Check?The American Rescue Plan Act that passed Congress earlier this month includes an Economic Incentive Payment (Stimulus Check) of $1400 for most Americans. If you qualify and you receive Social Security, Disability or Veterans’ benefits, the IRS will deposit your payment to the same account where you receive benefits. For more information and to check on your payment status, visit www.irs.gov and choose Get My Payment.
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Prescription Medications Too Expensive?Medicare’s Extra Help program reduces the price of medications for those who qualify. You must have monthly income below $1610 and savings less than $13,290. For a married couple, income must be less than $2,178 and savings below $26,520.
For those who don’t qualify for that program, explore these options: Ask your doctor and pharmacist about alternative medications that are covered on your drug plan at a lower co-pay, such as generics. Search for Manufacturer Discount Programs that cover your medication. Check the current pricing of your medications using a Drug Discount Program. In some cases, retail pricing with coupons are lower than the co-pays on your drug plan. Be aware, however that costs won’t apply to your drug plan’s deductible. Popular options include: www.goodrx.com, www.blinkhealth.com, www.northcarolinadrugcard.com
Make an appointment to meet with a certified volunteer counselor from the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) to discuss your options. We have both in-person appointments and appointments by Zoom available by visiting our website www.orangecountync.gov/ocncshiip or calling 919-245-4274.
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2021 ORANGE COUNTY SENIOR GAMESAging Well; Living Well...Keeping Active!
Senior Games is a year-round health promotion program for adults ages 50 plus. Activities include sports and games competitions/tournaments, social activities, and the SilverArts - including visual, heritage (wood working, basket weaving, ceramic glass and etc), as well as local and state competitions.
Sports events dates: April 19 - June 1, 2021
SilverArts virtual show dates: Friday, June 9 – Wednesday, June 23
(SilverArts entries may be viewed during this time)
Visit our website or see the flyer for more information and registration. Registration forms are also available at both senior center locations. For further information, contact Lee Schimmelfing or Myra Austin (919-245-2020).
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2021 Continence Supply DriveThe Orange County Department on Aging is currently accepting unopened packages of adult continence supplies. These supplies are then provided to older adult community members in need. See flyer for more information.
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Aging and Thriving Community ConferenceA virtual speaker series for older adults and their families
Monday, April 12 - Thursday, April 15
10:30am-12pm each day on Zoom
Staying involved and informed as we age can lessen the challenges and increase the opportunities associated with aging. Come to the fifth annual Aging and Thriving Conference to learn from speakers in the field of aging. A bag of community resources and materials for the presentations will be available for pickup prior to the conference. This event is free and open to all.
Registration is required by April 7. For more information, visit https://www.jewishforgood.org/aging-thriving.
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World Voice Day: Your Voice is EssentialYour voice has always been essential, but now it's more precious than ever. You've been socially distanced, but not vocally distanced. Constant virtual meetings, talking through face masks, staying home with kids, and feeling overwhelmed can all affect your voice.
Join Duke Voice Care Center for a live webinar to learn how to keep your voice working - for YOU. Topics covered: Date: Wednesday, April 28
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Register: www.DukeHealth.org/WorldVoiceDay
Fee: FREE
For questions or more information, please email karen.stark@duke.edu.
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Living HealthyJoin the NEW virtual Living Healthy* offering for people living with chronic disease and/or their caregivers. Living Healthy is an evidenced-based curriculum developed out of Stanford which helps participants to develop healthy coping skills.
Fee: FREE
Dates: Tuesdays, March 30 - May 4
Time: 10:00am - 12:00noon
For more information and registration, call 919-545-3440 or visit UNC Family Medicine's Living Healthy web page.
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Dementia & Medications in the time of COVID-19Join us in discussing the ins and outs of medication management for people living with dementia in the time of COVID-19. We are on this journey together!
This program is part of the "Understanding Dementia in the African American Community" series offered by Alter, GeriatRx, and Faith Village Research Lab. This education session is supported and funded by the Georgia Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program.
Date: March 28, 2021
Time: Sunday, 4:00 PM
Register for this webinar online.
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Orange County 2021 Senior Housing Guide ReleasedIn collaboration with Orange County’s Department on Aging, the UNC Partnerships in Aging Program is excited to share the 2021 Senior Housing Guide. This guide provides a comprehensive inventory of Orange County’s senior designated housing: including affordable apartments for independent living, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and home care agencies. We provide costs and availability for each setting. Additional resources in the Guide include listings of senior housing that is planned but not yet built and new models that we can only dream about. If you are seeking housing (with or without services/supports), or want to learn what’s coming in Orange County, this guide is for you!
Click HERE to access the guide.
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Caregiver SupportsSupport groups, educational programs, Memory Café, and Care Partner Collaborative have all gone online and most participants have been quick to adopt this new way to gather and stay connected. See below for upcoming programs or flyer for all Spring 2021 Caregiver Programming.
For more caregiver resources, sign up for the monthly Community News for Caregivers e-newsletter.
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 Mike Komives
Employment Specialist
Orange Co. Dept. on Aging
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NETWORKING BRIEF – A BETTER WAY TO GUIDE PEOPLE TO HELP YOUWhy do you ask other people for help in your job search? Because they know people you don’t. When you do this, what do you expect them to do? At best, the most you should expect is for them to connect, refer or introduce you, or give you names of people they know. When asking for help, many job seekers use their resume to inform other people. The problem with this is your resume has to be translated or interpreted. The reader will ask you “who do you want to meet?” or, “what kind of job are you looking for?” or, “do you have a target list?” or, “what’s the title of the person you want to meet?” This also takes time; many people will say they don’t have time. Here’s a better way. Prepare and use a NETWORKING BRIEF. It’s a one-page guide with the following sections: - Heading: Your Name, cell number, email, and LinkedIn URL.
- Summary: One paragraph describing you, your job title (the one you had, or the one you are seeking). This looks like an abbreviated version of the one in your resume.
- Acceptable & Ideal Jobs: Three very short descriptions including job titles
- How You Can Help: The first word is "Provide". Then add “introductions" or “referrals” or “contacts” or “names” of key people you wish to meet. Next list 8-to-10 names of businesses, companies, organizations, or institutions.
Other sections, such as Job Location, Culture of the Organization, Education, and Highlights/Accomplishments, are optional. We know that NETWORKING BRIEFS are productive. They can be sent before you meet a contact; during your meeting with your contact; or emailed afterwards. Enclosed are links to some good examples, including a template for developing your own. I'm available to help you develop your own NETWORKING BRIEF. Stay strong, be well. Mike Komives, MBAEmployment Specialist919.616.8778skomives@orangecountync.gov
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North Carolina Registry for Brain HealthWould you like to learn about how you might get involved with brain health research? Could you use tips on keeping your brain healthy as you age?
If so, you can join the NC Registry for Brain Health! This is a community of people who want information about ongoing research studies in North Carolina designed to improve brain health and lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other conditions. The Registry connects people like you with information about: Studies of how lifestyle change (diet and exercise) may improve brain health and slow down disease in those who may already have a memory problem. Clinical trials examining medications that might work to improve memory functioning or slow memory decline. Studies of new technologies to help us better identify the early signs of disease.
Any North Carolinian over the age of 18, with or without a memory disorder, is welcome to join the Registry. To learn more and join, please visit: ncbrainhealth.org.
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Technology Classes Available Through the Seymour Tech CenterSeymour Tech offers FREE classes for older adults around personal computer, tablet, and smart phone use. See the full list of upcoming programs here and contact Mike Gilliom with questions.
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Gambler Anonymous Support GroupIf you think you are a problem gambler, contact Gamblers Anonymous in North Carolina. This support group is meeting nightly via Zoom. To request meeting information please contact the Gambler Anonymous Hotline by calling 919-460-9039 or email: Tspampinato@yahoo.com.
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COVID-19 General Loss Support GroupDuke Hospice Bereavement Services is hosting a virtual 8-week support group, beginning in late April on Zoom. Recognizing the unique needs of those who have lost a loved one to COVID-19, we are providing a safe, supportive place to find comfort and mourn together. Registration required. To register or for more information, contact 919-644-6869 before April 1.
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Aging Helpline Talk to trained staff about any aging-related issue. You may also email Aging Services. We try to find answers to your age-related questions and link you to the services that you need. Helpline hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Chinese & Spanish Language Helpline
Call 919-245-4275 to speak to our staff in Mandarin.
Call 919-245-4245 to leave a message in Spanish.
Aging Transitions, Senior Center programming and Volunteer Connect 55+ staff are available to meet individually by appointment, by phone or email. For more information call the Passmore Center at 919-245-2015, Seymour Center at 919-968-2070, or the Aging Helpline at 919-968-2087.
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COVID-19 Volunteer OpportunitiesWould you like to share your skills and gifts with older adults in Orange County? Leaders from Orange County’s Department on Aging and UNC’s Partnerships in Aging are creating a list to match volunteers with the needs and changing circumstances of individuals and organizations that serve older adults.
To volunteer, please contact Shenae McPherson (919-245-4243).
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For more information about ways to help, please visit:
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103 Meadowlands Dr. (PO Box 8181)
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: 919-245-2015
Currently Open for 1:1 Appointments:
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Typical Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 8 pm
Fridays, 8 am - 5 pm
Saturdays, 9 am - 11 am |
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2551 Homestead Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Phone:919-968-2070
Currently Open for 1:1 Appointments:
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Typical Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 9 pm
Fridays, 8 am - 5 pm
Saturdays, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm |
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